HON GRIND MFG ASSOCIATE

Timken Company; Honea Path (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Timken Company in the United States seeks a qualified Inspector to conduct inspections per government and Timken specifications, using precision gauges and masters. This role requires standing all day and lifting up to 40 lbs, with eye exam and math ability.

You will document results, flag variations, and work under the Department Supervisor. The position offers exposure to a variety of inspection stations and hands-on training in gauge setup, with safety and quality procedures guiding daily

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• An acceptable level of mathematics.
• Lifting and material handling up to 40lbs for 90% of the work day.
• Annual eye exam required.
• Stand 100% of the work day.

Responsibilities

• Inspects according to government requirements, Timken specs and customer specs.
• Visually inspects surface defects and dimensionally check conformance with specs.
• Performs off line inspections using specified gauges.
• Measures parts to prints/Work Instructions and passes or holds product.
• Plans and performs gauge set-ups as required.
• Notifies supervisor of tolerances variations.
• Etches product to determine grinding injury.
• Polishes materials to remove etch stain per finish requirements.
• Operates polishing and hand grinders.
• Performs dock audits.
• Moves materials/equipment using hand truck or hoist.
• Follows quality procedures for documentation.
• May rotate work assignments across stations or cells.
• Maintains knowledge of current quality and safety systems and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Mathematics proficiency

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computerized Profile Gauge

Rib Optical gauge

Roundess Concentricity Flatness gauge

Job description

Your Career Begins at Timken If you're ready for a challenging career that provides you with the ability to advance personally and professionally, look to Timken. Our associates make the world more productive by improving the efficiency and reliability of the machinery that keeps industry in motion.

Job Requirements / Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
• An acceptable level of mathematics
• Requires lifting and material handling handling upto 40lbs 90% of the work day
• Annual Eye Exam required
• Stand 100% of the work day

Other Considerations:

• Computer skills preferred
• Inspection/ gauging skills preferred
• Blueprint reading skills
• Ability to work with minimum supervision

Job Tasks / Responsibilities:

• Conducts inspections according to government requirements, Timken specifications, and customer specifications.
• Inspects visually for surface defects and dimensionally for compliance with specifications using a variety of gauging equipment and masters.
• Performs off line inspections using Computerized Profile Gauge, Rib Optical gauge, and Roundess Concentricity Flatness gauge.
• Measure parts to print per the applicable prints/Work Instructions. Pass or holds product for disposition.
• Plans and performs gage set-ups as required.
• Notifies setter operator or supervisor of variations from tolerances.
• Etches product to determine existence of grinding injury.
• Polishes materials to remove etch stain according to specified finish requirements.
• Operates polishing and hand grinders.
• Performs dock audits
• Procures, handles, and moves materials and equipment using a hand truck, hoist, or by hand carrying.
• Follows quality procedures related to documentation.
• May require rotation of work assignments in various workstations or manufacturing cells.
• Maintain knowledge of current quality and safety system(s) and other regulatory compliance related to this position.
• Refer to Ergonomic Job Descriptions for the physical job requirements.
• This position is responsible to the Department Supervisor

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Timken is a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion. Our expanding portfolio of next-generation solutions helps customers around the world improve efficiency, solve their toughest challenges, and push the boundaries of performance. We employ 19,000 people globally, operate from 45 countries, and posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2025.

We have been recognized as one of America's Most Responsible Companies 6x by Newsweek and one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® 15x by Ethisphere.

Why Choose Timken?

• Over a century of knowledge and innovation
• A culture of top performance
• A global, diverse environment
• Products that contribute to a sustainable world
• A conviction to improve communities around us
• Competitive salary and benefits

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